Associate Director, Software Development Engineer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software modules for cell therapy platforms, including automation, data analysis, and laboratory workflows.
• Collaborate with biologists, product managers, and engineers to define software requirements and deliver user-centric solutions.
• Integrate software with laboratory instruments, robotics, and imaging systems to support automated cell therapy processes.
• Participate in the full software development life cycle (SDLC): planning, analysis, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including specifications, flowcharts, and user manuals.
• Ensure software quality through unit testing, code reviews, and adherence to regulatory standards (e.g., GMP, GxP, FDA, IEC 62304) as applicable.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems to enhance performance and reliability.
• Work in an Agile environment, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospective meetings.
• Support data management, visualization, and reporting for research and clinical studies.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions to improve laboratory and manufacturing efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of industry experience in software development; experience in life sciences, medical devices, or regulated industries is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming languages such as C#, Java, Python, or C++.
• Experience with web-based distributed applications (front-end and back-end), REST APIs, and relational databases.
• Familiarity with laboratory automation, image processing (e.g., OpenCV), or integration with scientific instruments is a plus.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of SDLC methodologies (Agile/Scrum), CI/CD, and good documentation practices.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or bioinformatics platforms.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards for medical software (GMP, GxP, FDA, IEC 62304).
• Experience in test-driven development and continuous integration.
• Background in data science or statistical analysis using R or similar tools.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and DevOps tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of industry experience in software development.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary range from $195,000 - $220,000 plus incentive cash and stock opportunities.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing support programs such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP).
• Financial well-being resources and a 401(K).
• Disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, and travel protection.
• Paid holidays, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, and up to two paid days to volunteer.
• Sick time off, summer hours flexibility, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave.
• Family care services including adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility benefits, and child/elder/pet care resources.
• Tuition reimbursement and recognition programs.